Measurement of total energy use relative to total university floor space to evaluate efficiency. 

Introduction: 

Al-Ahliyya Amman University (AAU) conducts continuous assessments of Energy Use Density (EUD) to evaluate the efficiency of energy consumption in relation to total campus floor space. 
This assessment forms a fundamental part of AAU’s sustainability and energy-management framework, supporting informed decision-making, infrastructure planning, and compliance with SDG7 – Affordable and Clean Energy. 

Energy Use Density analysis enables the University to: 

• Identify buildings with higher operational demands 

• Compare energy performance across facilities 

• Evaluate the impact of efficiency measures 

• Support decisions on building upgrades and smart-system enhancements 

• Align consumption patterns with the University’s carbon-neutrality strategy 

The process is supported by official policies, building-efficiency procedures, and digital monitoring tools that ensure accurate, consistent, and actionable insights. 

Centers and Departments: 

Activities: 

Impact Evaluation & Development Plan

1. Performance Evaluation
   
   • Energy Use Density is evaluated regularly through integrated monitoring systems and policy-guided review processes. 
   • Smart meters and digital dashboards provide real-time insights into building-specific consumption trends. 
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     The evaluation process identifies high-consumption buildings, allowing targeted improvements. 
   • Renewable-energy integration helps offset consumption and supports low-density outcomes. 
   • Collaboration among engineering, architecture, ICT, and sustainability units ensures comprehensive assessment. 
   • EUD results guide upgrade decisions, renovation priorities, and operational adjustments across the campus. 

   
   

2. Development Actions

   Action 1: Fully digitize EUD analysis through automated reporting platforms integrated with smart meters. 

   Action 2: Publish an Energy Use Density Annual Review Report documenting building-level trends and improvement actions. 

   Action 3: Provide capacity-building workshops on energy auditing, building-performance evaluation, and operational efficiency strategies. 

   Action 4: Launch a feedback mechanism enabling building occupants to report inefficiencies and propose energy-saving ideas. 

   Action 5: Develop performance indicators that track long-term density improvements and evaluate the impact of upgrades and renewable-energy systems. 

    

3. Benchmarking & Best Practice

   Adopted Global Best Practices: 

   • Evaluation processes align with sustainable-building performance frameworks used internationally. 
   • EUD analysis leverages smart-building technologies and environmentally responsive design models. 

   Localization to Jordan’s Context: 

   • The review adheres to national energy-management regulations and supports Jordan’s clean-energy transition goals. 
   • EUD assessments reflect local climate conditions and building requirements. 

   Future Goal (By 2028): 

   AAU aims to establish a fully automated Energy Use Density evaluation system incorporated into real-time campus monitoring and long-term sustainability planning. 

   
   
   Institutional Integration Summary 

   Energy Use Density assessments are fully embedded in AAU’s institutional energy-management strategy. 
   Through policy-driven reviews, smart technologies, and coordinated interdisciplinary work, the University ensures that energy consumption aligns with sustainability goals and efficient operational practices. 
   This approach strengthens AAU’s progress toward SDG7 and supports its commitment to maintaining a modern, efficient, and environmentally responsible campus.